Tonight, tonight, won't be just any night. Tonight there will be no morning star.
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Sometimes people leave you halfway through the wood. Others may decieve you - you decide what's good. You decide alone, but no one is alone. People make mistakes. Fathers, mothers, people make mistakes, holding to their own, thinking they're alone. Honor their mistakes. Fight for their mistakes. Witches can be right. Giants can be good. You decide what's right. You decide what's good.
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What this quote means
This quote emphasizes personal decision-making and understanding human imperfections.
Stephen Sondheim's quote reflects on the complexities of human relationships and the importance of making individual choices. It highlights that while people may deceive us or leave us feeling abandoned, we must take responsibility for our own decisions about what is right and good. It acknowledges the flaws in everyone, suggesting compassion and honor for others' mistakes while also recognizing our own agency in navigating these relationships. Ultimately, it encourages understanding that no one is truly alone, even in moments of solitude.
Themes
DecisionsMistakesRelationshipsIndividualityCompassion
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Example use cases
During a motivational speech about resilience and decision-making.
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